Home School Classes

Computer Classes on Wheels

At C3, we offer homeschool students a challenging, rewarding experience to supplement their learning.

After getting feedback from parents, schools and PTA representatives about the impact our mobile after school computer classes have on their students, we decided to offer our mobile services to homeschool families.

Have you ever thought about incorporating computer technology and design into your homeschool curriculum? Well now you can with C3 Cyber Club, North Virginia’s premier kid’s gaming and computer center. We offer computer classes specifically designed to meet the needs of homeschool parents and their children.

Classes Offered

We offer interactive, in-depth classes such as video game design, 3D Lego computer design, Film making, Lego robotics and computer programming. C3 students create projects, learn to work with teams and freely explore their imaginations.

Classes Offered

In this class, older students will be introduced to basic animation techniques using Minecraft ...

Animation using Minecraft

In this class, older students will be introduced to basic animation techniques using Minecraft characters and stages. Kids will expand their observation skills and imagination by studying motion in reality and how it influences motion in animation. Older students learn about advanced tools and techniques. Students will learn how animators work by completing a variety of short animation exercises and projects and applying basic acting theories and animation principles to scenes they create. Does your child aspire to become an animator? Sign up for this class today!

Note: Returning students will learn how to use new tools in the updated 2.0 software.

Lego Mechanics & Engineering

Powered by the LEGO® MINDSTORMS® Education Ev3 Base Set and Software, our Lego Robotics class combines the exciting world of Lego with programming to manipulate and program your own personal robot. Learn how to use the simple, but powerful software to create commands with drag and-drop visual programming. Configure different sensors that track motion, light, & touch to create the ultimate robot! Students will work together as a small team of young engineers to build and program their designs. This class is great for children who are hands on and like working together in small teams.

Using a custom mod called “Computercraft”, students will learn how to program robots called ...

Programming using Minecraft (1-2)

Using a custom mod called “Computercraft”, students will learn how to program robots called “Turtles” inside the world of Minecraft. Kids will utilize problem-solving skills by learning how to program their robots to complete various tasks and objectives such as programming their turtles to automatically build, mine, and craft items and structures. They will be introduced to programming if-then-else statements, for-while loops, and implement their own functions using Lua, a simple scripting language. Looking for a fun way to introduce your child to programming? Why not do it using a game they love!

Lego Mechanics & Engineering

Powered by the LEGO® Education WeDo Base Set and Software, our Jr. Lego Robotics class combines the exciting world of Lego with programming to manipulate and program your own personal robots. This class is tailored to younger children who want to learn the basics of visual programming. Students create commands for their robots to follow by using an application with a drag-and-drop interface that is visually simple to use, but capable of complex instructions. Students learn the importance of teamwork by working together with a partner in order to accomplish the build assignment for the day.

Aspiring game designers will love this class as they have the chance to learn how to utilize the ...

Game Design & Production

Aspiring game designers will love this class as they have the chance to learn how to utilize the industry-standard game design software Unreal® Editor, among other software, used to create games as Batman: Arkham Asylum® and Mass Effect 3®. Students will learn how to create exterior environments, and apply different procedures of modeling and texturing. Students create their own outdoor terrain using advanced tools such as terrain sculpting, particle creation, and dynamic lighting. Learn how to import pre-set 3D models, control dynamic lighting, add interactive vehicles and weapons. Learn how to use the same tools video game developers are using today!

Graphic Novels and sequential Art has become a mainstay in literary material. From Bill ...

Comic Book Production

Graphic Novels and sequential Art has become a mainstay in literary material. From Bill Watterson’s Calvin and Hobbes to Art Spiegelman’s Maus, comics are an interactive written and visual art form. In this class students will learn the foundations of Sequential Art and Comics. Students will learn to build a plot, theme, and characters, and how to draft a script. Using traditional media of pencil and paper, and later digital media, students will begin to draw each panel of their story while learning principles of design and drawing. The goal of this class is to jump start kids into a popular and creative field of art and literature. Great for students who have an active imagination and a story to tell!

Prerequisite Tools: Students MUST bring own sketchbook (Standard 8.5x10in). Please email us for details.

In this class students will learn how to digitally sculpt characters in a 3D space! Using a software...

3D Character Modeling and Sculpting

In this class students will learn how to digitally sculpt characters in a 3D space! Using a software called Sculptris is a pick up-and-go type of software where students learn how to will draw, develop, and sculpt their character and objects. Students also learn about sources on how to 3D PRINT their models. Is your child interested in learn how 3D characters in games and movies are made? This is a great class to take!

Prerequisite Tools: Students MUST bring own sketchbook (Standard 8.5x10in). Please email us for details.

In this class, younger students will learn how characters move and look alive in movies and video ...

Animation using Minecraft

In this class, younger students will learn how characters move and look alive in movies and video games! They will be introduced to basic 2D and 3D animation techniques using Minecraft characters and stages. Kids will expand their perception, observation, and timing skills, as well as exercise their imagination and storytelling by studying motion in reality; then applying it to animation. Students will learn how animators work by completing a variety of short animation exercises and projects. Does your child aspire to become an animator for games and movies? Sign up for this class today!

Note: Returning students will learn how to use new tools in the updated 2.0 software.

Using a custom mod called “Computercraft”, students will learn how to program robots called ...

Programming using Minecraft (3-8)

Using a custom mod called “Computercraft”, students will learn how to program robots called “Turtles” inside the world of Minecraft. In this class, students will be introduced to LUA, a simple scripting language used to develop games such as Angry Birds, where they will learn how to programming if-then-else statements, for-while loops, and implement their own functions.Kids will utilize problem-solving skills by learning how to program their robots to complete various tasks and objectives such as programming their turtles to automatically build, mine, and craft items and structures.

In this class, younger students are introduced to basic electronics including input/output through ...

Engineering with Little Bits

In this class, younger students are introduced to basic electronics including input/output through hand-on learning and projects. Kids combine everyday supplies and color-coded modules that utilize LED lights, fans, sliders, pressure sensors, and more! Students work together in small teams to in order create different projects such as custom flashlights, touch sensors, alarm clocks, and more! Have you ever wanted to learn about the science behind how some machines work? Take this class today!

Home School Class Locations

Mobile Computer Classes: Gather a group of eight students, and C3 Cyber Club’s staff will come to your location and provide on-site computer activities. This option is available Monday through Friday, between the hours of 11 a.m. and 3p.m. You pick the date, time and place.

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C3 Cyber Club Center Classes: You can sign your homeschool students up to take classes at our center, during our winter session. For your convenience, classes are available Monday through Friday evenings, Saturday mornings or Saturday afternoons.

Why Sign Up?

Take a look at the mobile computer classes we offer homeschool students.

Our classes are taught by a dedicated staff

We use state-of-the-art, award winning software in the classroom

Hands-on learning opportunities inspire creativity

Students gain a competitive edge among their peers

We provide equipment and supplies, equipping each student with his own laptop or computer for use in the class

Interested in Homeschool Classes? Contact us through our Contact form, use button below.